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Atlanta Hawks rookie Trae Young has struggled out of the gate during his initial stint in Summer League, going a woeful 4-of-20 from the field during his debut against the Memphis Grizzlies, outshined by rookie big man Jaren Jackson Jr. (picked a spot before him), who dropped a tantalizing eight trifectas to start his career […]

As with any big-time signing, the list of concerns has started to pile up for the Golden State Warriors, after agreeing to bring in center DeMarcus Cousins on a one-year deal for a $5.3 million mid-level exception. The health concerns after a torn Achilles injury, the poor image, the turnovers and high shot count — […]

Despite their recent primetime acquisition in DeMarcus Cousins, the Golden State Warriors are still looking to make more moves, likely to add another big and two more wings, which would cap their roster at 14, according to Anthony Slater of The Athletic. The Warriors were reportedly considering keeping their roster at 14 players after being […]

DeMarcus Cousins was scooped off the free agent market quickly by a Golden State Warriors front office that struck while the iron was hot. Yet this left many wondering how Cousins was still available and reportedly had no offers before getting on a phone call with Warriors GM Bob Myers to seal the deal. According to […]

Despite garnering plenty of eyes as one of the biggest free agents on the market, DeMarcus Cousins was confused in Las Vegas, yet to receive an offer from the New Orleans Pelicans, despite counter-reports saying that he did. “I was shocked. I didn’t believe it. It was a rough, pretty emotional night,” Cousins told Marc […]

Following a quick turnaround by the New Orleans Pelicans, agreeing to sign forward Julius Randle to a two-year, $18 million deal, DeMarcus Cousins reportedly narrowed down his interests to two teams — the Golden State Warriors and the Boston Celtics. According to Adam Himmelsbach of The Boston Globe, the Celtics never made Boogie an offer, […]

LeBron James was widely expected to wear his signature No. 23, this time in purple and gold, after agreeing to a four-year, $154 million deal with the Los Angeles Lakers. Yet the King wouldn’t take that for granted, turning to former Laker great Cedric Ceballos, who once donned the Lakers’ No. 23 uniform. https://twitter.com/hmfaigen/status/1013997310072614912 Being […]

In a wild 2018 free agency window that saw LeBron James committing to the Los Angeles Lakers long-term with a four-year, $154 million max deal and Paul George take a leap of faith with the Oklahoma City Thunder with a four-year, $137 million max deal — it was DeMarcus Cousins who stole the headlines. The mercurial […]

While the addition of DeMarcus Cousins puts the Golden State Warriors at a Monstars from Space Jam type of level, some others believe this is nothing but a “rehab” stint that will allow him to get some hardware while he plays out a year before hitting the free agent market again in 2019. Mike Fisher of […]

Contrary to a previous report by Marc J. Spears of The Undefeated, the New Orleans Pelicans did indeed offer free agent center DeMarcus Cousins a deal, one that was bigger than the $5.3 million mid-level exception he took from the Golden State Warriors on Monday night, according to William Guillory of the New Orleans Times-Picayune. […]

Free agent center Kyle O’Quinn has received plenty of interest since opting out of the last year of his contract with the New York Knicks. The Philadelphia 76ers have continued to express interest in him, along with other teams like the L.A. Clippers and the New Orleans Pelicans, according to Alex Kennedy of HoopsHype. O’Quinn […]

Free agent center Nerlens Noel has agreed to a two-year deal with the Oklahoma City Thunder, according to Shams Charania of Yahoo Sports. The defensive-minded center will back-up Steven Adams, now with the chance to opt out of his contract and become a free agent once again in 2019. Noel had very little playing time […]

The Philadelphia 76ers have expressed desire in signing free agent shooting guard Jamal Crawford, according to Keith Pompey of The Philadelphia Inquirer. Crawford immediately put himself on the map as soon as he declined to pick up his player-option with the Minnesota Timberwolves, deciding to test the free agency waters for a second straight year. […]

As talks between the San Antonio Spurs and the Los Angeles Lakers go from on and off, the purple-and-gold won’t include their prized second-year forward Kyle Kuzma in any deals for star forward Kawhi Leonard, according to ESPN’s Steven A. Smith. “They’ve [Lakers] been willing to offer what they consider to be a fair package, […]

Free agent guard/forward Tyreke Evans will meet with the Los Angeles Lakers today, only a day after meeting with the Oklahoma City Thunder in L.A., according to ESPN’s Chris Haynes. Evans had the best season of his career since his rookie season after being mired with several injuries throughout his nine-year career. Evans put up […]

The Dallas Mavericks are bound to use the remaining $5 million left in their salary cap space to re-sign legend Dirk Nowitzki, but they are also reportedly evaluating “how” they would do so, according to Mike Fisher of 247 Sports. Fisher points out they could use their $4.4 million mid-level exception to re-sign Nowitkzi to […]

Los Angeles Lakers forward Julius Randle has yet to receive a formal offer from the team, but is reportedly “excited” for the arrival of LeBron James, according to Shams Charania of Yahoo Sports. The two sides are expected to speak today, hopeful an offer for his services can be made. Some have seen a potential […]

Philadelphia 76ers shooting guard J.J. Redick has agreed to return to the team under a one-year deal, ranging from $12 to $13 million, according to ESPN’S Adrian Wojnarowski. Redick posted his best season as a pro during his lone year at the City of Brotherly Love, giving point-forward Ben Simmons a reliable sharpshooter around the […]

Julius Randle has gone from comfortable asset to one of the best restricted free agent commodities in the market after taking a huge step up during the 2017-18 season. According to David Aldridge of NBA.com, the Texas native has “made it clear” that he no longer wants to be a part of the Los Angeles […]

JaVale McGee was one of the first free agent names to bolt for the Los Angeles Lakers shortly after they signed LeBron James to a four-year, $154 million deal. The 7-footer signed a one-year deal shortly after Kentavious Caldwell-Pope agreed to return for $11 million less than he earned last season, followed by Lance Stephenson, who […]

LeBron James is bound to experience plenty of changes through this summer — a new team, a new weather, and the opportunity to stay close to his family as his oldest son enrolls in an L.A. high school. Yet one thing that won’t are the numbers across the chest, slated to keep his signature No. […]

Most players and executives in the Los Angeles Lakers organization are still soaking in LeBron James’ decision to sign a four-year, $154 million deal with the team. Among them is point guard Lonzo Ball, who said it was “crazy” to think about, now having the opportunity to play alongside his “favorite player,” per NBC Los […]

LeBron James signing with the Los Angeles Lakers just made an already strong Western Conference that much more stacked. According to NBA Rank (via ESPN’s Micah Adams), 13 of the best 14 players in the NBA actually reside in the West — the only exception? — Milwaukee Bucks forward Giannis Antetokounmpo. Washington Wizards point guard […]

Despite reports of the Los Angeles Lakers having a “Godfather offer” ready to pry Kawhi Leonard away from the San Antonio Spurs, multiple league sources have described the Lakers’ proposals for the star forward to have “been underwhelming,” according to Kevin O’Connor of The Ringer. One executive went as far as to describe them as […]

Charlotte Hornets point guard Kemba Walker has been swarmed with trade rumors since a leak in the organization put forward the possibility of including him in a package that could unload unwanted assets with overblown contracts. Yet he’s chosen to tune it all out. via Rick Bonnell of The Charlotte Observer: “I’m not even thinking […]

The Los Angeles Lakers are in great celebration after landing their biggest free agent target in LeBron James, following with other free agents like Kentavious Caldwell-Pope, JaVale McGee, and Lance Stephenson. But any hopes of a Big Three are rapidly dwindling, as Paul George just secured a four-year, $137 million deal with the Oklahoma City […]

Free agent forward Aaron Gordon has agreed in principle to a deal with the Orlando Magic, according to Marc J. Spears of The Undefeated. Gordon entered free agency after the team failed to pick up his option this past season, despite impressing with the best season of his short career. The athletic forward was hoping […]

The Decision has been made. Free agent forward LeBron James has agreed to a four-year, $154 million deal with the Los Angeles Lakers, according to his agency, Klutch Sports. The deal will include a fourth-year player-option, which could allow him to opt out and become a free agent again during the 2021 offseason. pic.twitter.com/zgz8YO7BPn — […]

One of the most coveted free agents of 2019 could break the bank this upcoming offseason. New Orleans Pelicans forward Anthony Davis stands to make as much as a whopping $235 million extension over a five-year supermax deal with the team, according to ESPN Insider Bobby Marks. The salary cap is set to balloon to […]

The Oklahoma City Thunder made the first bang of the free agency period, not only guaranteeing the return of Paul George, but getting him to commit long-term, rewarding him with a four-year, $137 million max deal and a welcome party to boot. The franchise quickly followed with Jerami Grant, agreeing to a beefy three-year, $27 […]

Unlike their previous two seasons, the Golden State Warriors are reportedly likely to only carry 14 players in their roster this upcoming season, according to Anthony Slater of The Athletic. The Warriors almost used this very strategy last season, but opted to sign JaVale McGee to the last available roster spot — signing him to […]

Free agent shooting guard Marco Belinelli has agreed to a two-year, $12 million deal with the San Antonio Spurs, according to ESPN’s Adrian Wojnarowski. The Italian marksman put his best season together after being acquired by the Philadelphia 76ers following a buyout with the Atlanta Hawks, giving this young team a much-needed source of 3-point […]

Free agent shooting guard Joe Harris has agreed to a two-year, $16 million deal with the Brooklyn Nets, according to ESPN’s Adrian Wojnarowski. The Nets were very high on Harris from the onset, and his shooting prowess during the 2017-18 season only helped aid that fervent faith in his evolution as an NBA cog after […]

Free agent forward Gerald Green has agreed to a one-year, $2.4 million deal with the Houston Rockets, according to Shams Charania of Yahoo Sports. The Rockets quickly lost their starting small forward Trevor Ariza, who agreed to a one-year, $15 million deal with the Phoenix Suns during the first hours of free agency. This saves […]

The Houston Rockets are slated to meet with restricted free agent center Clint Capela and his representation in Los Angeles on Sunday, according to ESPN’s Adrian Wojnarowski. The free agency wire is bound to garner some attention for some of the premiere big men, as DeAndre Jordan quickly agreed to sign with the Dallas Mavericks […]

The Denver Nuggets are aggressively pursuing a meeting with star free agent forward LeBron James, hoping to convince him of a short-term fit with the team, according to Chris Mannix of Yahoo Sports. “Denver has been in contact with James’ agent, Rich Paul, and has doggedly tried to position the team as James’ best option, the […]

The Minnesota Timberwolves plan to extend a four-year extension offer in the $110 million range for guard/forward Jimmy Butler, according to Marc Stein of The New York Times. Butler has been long-known to not be interested so much on the money as the potential to win, proven to be a fierce competitor over the course […]

The L.A. Clippers will shift their focus to the 2019 offseason, hoping to free up enough cap space to lure soon-to-be free agent forward Kawhi Leonard, making it a “high offseason priority” according to ESPN’s Chris Haynes. The Clippers could be serious contenders for his services, given that the Los Angeles Lakers have not been […]

Paul George celebrated his return to the Oklahoma City Thunder in style, as partner-in-crime Russell Westbrook flew eight hours to OKC, leaving a family vacation in Maui to host the event for his teammate. The 6-foot-9 forward announced his return in glorious fashion, saying he had “unfinished business” with his partner Westbrook, and boy does […]